1990 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Tata E

To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 730 2005 Tata E
Make BMW Tata
Model 730 E
Year Released 1990 2005
Engine Size 2986 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 181 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2810 mm


 

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